Job Description

This position is suitable for applicants with a background in training and education. As an Instructional Designer (ID), you will be a key member of a team, working with Project Managers (PM), Project Leads (PL), Subject Matter Experts (SME) and Multimedia Developers (MMD). You will create highly interactive courseware and custom training solutions that meet the specific requirements of our defence clients. There are multiple instructional design employment opportunities at Bluedrop Training and Simulation Inc. Bluedrop values the full range of education and experience of each applicant in building a strong, diverse and capable team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to get into the e-Learning industry as Bluedrop provides a supportive environment to learn the specifics of the job, under the guidance of a skilled and experienced senior instructional design team.

Key Responsibilities:

Working effectively with SMEs, MMDs, software engineers (SE) and PMs; Creating lesson plans (Lesson Design Documents) that describe the structure, content and media presentation for a unit of learning; Creating lesson outlines that describe the lesson structure, high-level content and initial media descriptions; Organizing content into a sequence of topics to create a lesson that aligns with the learning/training/performance objective(s); Creating storyboards that provide content hierarchy, navigation instructions, text, media descriptions, scripts (narrative, video and animation), and programming notes while adhering to applicable style guides, writing standards and adult learning principles; Creating media requests, tracking media development and incorporating developed media into target lessons; Building interactive and engaging courseware using e-learning authoring tools; Revising lessons in response to internal QA and client reviews; Designing and writing help systems, instructor guides and student guides; and Providing peer reviews and assistance to other IDs.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Adult Education or Instructional Design or equivalent (Bachelor degree in any field or Certificate in Adult Education with relevant experience). One year experience developing instructional courseware in a technical software environment or 1 year experience developing lesson plans or curriculum; Excellent communication skills; Ability to work independently and as a member of a team; Strong research and writing skills; Bilingualism (English/French) (considered an asset); and Able to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program Work from home
Application question(s):

What are you hoping to find in your next role that you weren't experiencing in your most recent position? We'd love to hear what motivated you to apply. What are your primary career goals right now, and what do you hope to achieve by joining our team? This role requires a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Can you confirm your ability and willingness to meet this attendance requirement? To ensure we are aligned, what is your expected salary range for this type of role? Also, are there specific benefits (beyond standard health/PTO) that are a priority for you? A Security Clearance is a requirement for this position. Do you currently hold one, or are you aware of any factors that might prevent you from obtaining or maintaining one? Canadian citizenship or permanent residency is a requirement to obtain Government of Canada security clearance. Can you confirm that you have either citizenship or permanent residency? Related to Government of Canada Security Clearance, have you spent any time outside of Canada in the last 10 years (not including short vacations)? If so, where, and roughly how long? Can you give us an idea of your current availability, including your notice period at your current employer, and when you would be available to start if offered the position? If we move forward with an interview, what days or general time slots are typically best for you in the coming week? Bluedrop is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees. Your voluntary and confidential response to this question helps us measure the effectiveness of our DEI initiatives and recruitment strategies. If you wish to voluntarily self-identify as a member of an equity-seeking group(s), please use the space below. This includes visible minorities, those with disabilities, Indigenous people, women in underrepresented fields, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS B3S 1N2